If tipping is customary at the business for which you have purchased a MimiDeal certificate, please remember to calculate your gratuity based on the total value of your meal or service, including the face value of the certificate. The fixed compensation of service providers is typically very limited in anticipation of earning tips.

Here is a general rule of thumb for tipping waiters, waitresses, barbers, hairstylists, manicurists, taxi drivers, etc:

• 15% of bill (excluding tax) for adequate service
• 20% for very good service
• no less than 10% for poor service.
• 18% for large parties

Be sure to tip other service providers, including:

• Coatroom Attendant: $1 per coat
• Shampoo Person: $2-$3
• Parking Valet or Garage Attendant: $2-$3 for bringing your car to you
• Skycap, Hotel Doorman, Bellhop: $1-$2 per bag